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Chimney brush
A chimney brush is the essential tool for cleaning out a chimney and fireplace. Used for flue cleaning, you must measure the diameter of your chimney’s flue before selecting the correct brush that will clean out the creosote without damaging the walls of the flue or chimney liner.
Wire bristle is the most common chimney brush. It’s stiffer than a regular brush and flat tines offer the needed scraping action. This is the best brush for removing glazed creosote. But this brush should not be used for cleaning the metal liners of prefab chimneys.
A poly chimney brush is most often used on metal flues because it won’t scratch and damage the walls. The poly brush is very stiff though, and won’t be making it around any bends or unusual shapes.
